Employment

Rasheeda · Iran
The Journey: What We Carry
I pray most of all for my children who are still in Afghanistan and Iran.

Haniah - West Africa · Ghana
Arrival: Law
"He left me with two babies and went to Libya ... I wemt to Libya, but I didn't find him."

Eduardo · Honduras
Why We Flee: Gangs and Cartels
We lived peacefully. But when gang members wanted me to sell drugs in the middle of my fruit, I said, “No.”

Ghezal · Afghanistan
Why We Flee: The Taliban Says We are All Infidels
If you have a child, you will understand how I feel.

Germany
I Organized a Refugee Support Group
In the end you will be judged by the fullness of your heart.

United States
Bikes for Refugees
“We’re your friends, so let’s break down the walls”

The Art Creates Support for Families and Children
When I dropped off my first carload … I asked, “May I stay and help?”

Asad · Afghanistan
Belonging: You Are Safe
You have to have faith and trust in humanity.

Rhenald · Libya
Belonging: My Dream is to Help People Make Life Better
Everyone has his own road and his own destiny.

Tamba · A West African Country
Arrival: I Want to Work
" I want to leave something for my children and grandchildren. The Italians give me a place to sleep and food, but I need help finding a job..."

Momo · Somalia
Why We Flee: I Don't Know How to Be Happy
“Call your family. Send money.” I said, “I don’t have family. I am an orphan.”

Amina · Syria
I Have Missed Three Years of Their Lives
My husband told me to go to Germany with our youngest son because I am a math teacher and can speak English, and because I am strong.

Iran
I Only Want to be Treated Like a Human Being
I just want to be free and to live in peace and safety.

Afghanistan
My Father Was a Member of the Taliban
Because I am almost fourteen and the oldest son, I am responsible for our family.

A West African Country
I Left Because of Religious Conflict
I wanted to stay in Africa, but I wanted my life to be secure, so I came to Europe.

Iran
I Brought my Koran and Prayer Rug with Me
We left Iran because we are Afghans.

Afghanistan
I Am a Civil Engineer; I Am Good at My Job
I hope I can find a good life and that I can continue in my profession.

Libya
They Survived Libya
The journey is very, very risky. Many people died — a lot.

A West African Country
“God Knows Who I Am; He will Help Me”
God knows what I am, so He will help me.

Layla · Ethiopia
Belonging: I Want to Have Something of My Own
I want to be able to say, “This is MY house! We can stay forever here and nobody will tell me to go.”